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LV05 SDZ

2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

42,252 mi
Last recorded42,252 miles
Recorded on28 Jun 2025
Typical for 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K515,346 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV05 SDZ
MakeSuzuki
ModelGsxr 1000 K5
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jun 2025 42,252 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2024 41,118 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 40,242 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2022 39,193 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2021 37,628 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Fail 1 Apr 2021 37,623 miles

Headlamp reflector seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Registration plate lamp missing in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (1.1.13 (a))

Pass 4 Feb 2020 35,923 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 35,651 miles

Drive chain worn but not considered excessive (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Jul 2017 34,042 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2016 30,704 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2016 30,704 miles

Front Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 4 Jul 2015 27,831 miles

Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2014 21,762 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2014 21,762 miles

Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height (6.3.4a)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 11,189 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2012 11,154 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2012 11,154 miles

Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies (1.3.1a)

Pass 14 Jul 2010 10,779 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 8,572 miles

How Reliable is the Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5?

Based on 7,712 MOT tests across 692 vehicles.

87.0%
Pass Rate
927
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
692
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

reflector on motorcycle missing 91
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 56
Registration plate with character(s) which are not the correct height 37
Headlamp aim too high 27
shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 27
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LV05 SDZ is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 87.0% with a typical mileage of 15,346 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 fails its MOT is reflector on motorcycle missing, accounting for 91 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LV05 SDZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 21 years old, this Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LV05 SDZ registered?

LV05 SDZ is a 2005 Suzuki Gsxr 1000 K5, first registered on 23 April 2005.

Is LV05 SDZ safe to buy?

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